Assistant Vice President, Professional Liability

Starr Underwriting; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance and investment organization is seeking an Assistant Vice President with a solid background in professional liability underwriting to join a focused team. This role involves evaluating submissions, negotiating coverage terms, and maintaining relationships with brokers while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Candidates should have extensive experience, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to growth in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

First class training and development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in professional liability underwriting.
• Strong knowledge of professional liability insurance products and industry practices.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding underwriting goals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and underwrite submissions for professional liability products.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with wholesale brokers and clients.
• Monitor market trends and emerging risks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or related field

Advanced degree or professional designation (e.g., CPCU, RPLU)

Tools

Underwriting software/systems

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world.

Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world’s fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents.

Twin Maples Specialty, a division of Starr Specialty Insurance Agency, is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Vice President to join our wholesale broker focused Professional Liability team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in underwriting a wide range of professional liability products.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and underwrite new and renewal submissions for professional liability products, assessing risk exposures and determining appropriate coverage terms and pricing.
• Analyze insurance applications, financial statements, loss history, and other relevant information to make underwriting decisions in accordance with company guidelines and risk appetite.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with wholesale brokers and clients to achieve profitable growth and retention objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with wholesale brokers and clients, providing exceptional service and support throughout the underwriting process.
• Collaborate with other departments such as claims, legal, and compliance to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Monitor market trends, emerging risks, and industry developments to identify opportunities for product enhancement and expansion.
• Participate in underwriting meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities to enhance underwriting skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or related field. Advanced degree or professional designation (e.g., CPCU, RPLU) is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in professional liability underwriting, preferably in a wholesale or specialty insurance environment.
• Strong knowledge of professional liability insurance products, underwriting principles, and industry practices.
• Established relationships with wholesale brokers throughout the United States is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risks and make sound underwriting decisions.
• Strong Communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Self starter, driven and can operate in an ambiguous environment
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding underwriting goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of insurance industry regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.
• Proficiency in underwriting software/systems and Microsoft Office suite.

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Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.